Motorcycles

Jan/Feb '16

2016 Harley-Davidson Lineup: The S Series, New Sportsters, and the Road Glide Ultra is Back

> The S Series, New Sportsters, and The Road Glide Ultra is Back! Unlike most other OEMs, Harley-Davidson likes to unveil an entire model year’s worth of bikes all at once, instead of one at a time. For 2016 that means a dizzying array of mechanical upgrades, new engine

Nov/Dec '15

2016 BMW S 1000 XR: A Hint of Adventure With a Dash of Sport

> BMW’s S 1000 XR is the fourth model in its lineup of inline, four-cylinder motorcycles. They call the XR an “adventure sport.” It’s not really “adventure,” but there is quite a bit of “sport.” Nevertheless, it’s a great combination for the twisties. I tested the S

Nov/Dec '15

Review: 2014 Royal Enfield Continental GT

> The 2014 Royal Enfield Continental is slow, terrible on the highway, and completely and utterly impractical. Not only that, but it vibrates excessively at any speed above 10 mph, doesn’t have ABS or traction control, and lacks engine mapping modes and other technological advances. And I love it.

Nov/Dec '15

Review: 1983 Suzuki Katana Custom

> Fans of the long-running TV sci-fi series Stargate SG-1 and the movie The Fantastic Four will likely have seen Rob Wilton on their screens without realizing it. You’re not usually supposed to recognize him. Rob is a stunt coordinator and stunt performer with a long list of credits

Sep/Oct '15

Comparison: 2015 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited vs. 2015 Indian Roadmaster

> Forget the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight. With these two American V-twin heavyweights, the Rumble in the Jungle with Ali vs. Foreman is much more appropriate. Our testing ground was the hot, humid “jungle” of the Deep South. I spent thousands of miles on a mix of interstates, country byways,

Sep/Oct '15

Review: 2015 Suzuki GSX-S 750

> Suzuki has a long history of 750cc, four-stroke motorcycles starting with the GS750 in 1977. In the mid-1980s, the “X” was added for the gen four iteration, which ushered in liquid cooling. Over the years, they evolved leading us to the current generation 10, GSX-S750, making it one of

Sep/Oct '15

2015 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800: Mama Mia, That’s a Spicy Italian!

> Many may recall that MV Agusta was repatriated from Harley-Davidson in 2010 by the Castiglioni family. Since then, the reborn niche motorcycle maker has been bringing out some exciting new models, while also trying to expand its market coverage. MV’s foray into the sport-touring segment with the new

Jul/Aug '15

Review: 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3

> Major manufacturers build motorcycles for one reason—to sell them. Lots of market research goes into determining a manufacturer’s product portfolio, and Yamaha recognized their lineup had a hole in it. The sub-500cc motorcycle class has been growing of late. Prior to the introduction of the all-new R3,

Jul/Aug '15

2015 Aprilia Caponord Rally: Finding the Right Mix

> The Caponord (English translation is the North Cape) is the northernmost point in Europe that can be reached by motorcycle (or car if you have to). It is situated in Norway at 71 degrees north latitude, similar to Prudhoe Bay, AK. The North Cape is basically a barren, storm

Jul/Aug '15

Review: 2015 Ducati Multistrada 1200 DVT/DVT S

> Attempting to recreate the success of the 2010 model year Multistrada, Ducati once again chose to reveal its latest and greatest on the Spanish Canary Island of Lanzarote. One of seven island retreats off the coast of the African continent and often the escape for Europeans on holiday, Lanzarote

May/Jun '15

Review: 2015 KTM 1290

> Yes, it’s a KTM. No, it’s not an off-road motorcycle. Since the rise in popularity of large displacement dual sport bikes, many riders automatically assume that an upright seating position equals dirt riding, especially with these three letters on the tank. Not so. Even though “Adventure” is

May/Jun '15

2015 Yamaha FJ-09: When Less Is More

> Last year, Yamaha introduced the FZ-09 (known as the MT-09 in Europe) which, despite its initial flaws, has grown to be the maker’s number one seller for 2014—an MVP right out of the gate. Building upon the FZ’s price and performance success, Yamaha unveils the touring-minded

May/Jun '15

2014 Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V: Italian Flair

> Moto Guzzi’s Norge (which means “Norway” in several European languages) was named after a Moto Guzzi’s 4,000-mile journey to Norway and the Arctic Circle in 1928. Styling of the Norge GT looks the part of a proper sport-touring mount with roomy saddlebags, an adjustable windscreen, and

May/Jun '15

1954 MV Agusta 175 CS: Disco Volante

Peter Calles, a noted international collector of classic motorcycles, recently finished a full restoration of this rare 1954 MV Agusta motorcycle. The saga behind the MV Agusta marque, however, began on February 12, 1945, when the company was founded. Prior to that time, the Agusta family’s primary enterprise was

Mar/Apr '15

Review: 2015 Can-Am Spyder F3

> Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) already offers the Spyder RS, ST, and RT models intended for sporty, sport-touring, and touring enthusiasts, respectively. Now BRP takes aim at the cruiser market with the new 2015 Spyder F3. Three-Wheel Cruisin’ on California’s Coast Styling is anything but conservative, and the upscale

Mar/Apr '15

Review: 2013 Honda CB1100

Classic Styling with Modern Performance Honda’s retro-styled CB1100 was introduced to the Japanese market in 2010, but there was some doubt whether we would ever see it here in America. Good news! The CB1100 
finally came to our shores in 2013, and I was chomping at the bit to

Mar/Apr '15

Review: 2015 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS

> While other manufacturers raise their prices for the new model year, Team Green drops the list price of the Concours 14 by a whopping 0! This potent sport-touring model was introduced for 2008 and last freshened up in 2010. Changes for 2015 are modest but add up to a

Mar/Apr '15

2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré: Rugged, Yet Refined!

> Many motorcyclists have discovered that adventure-touring motorcycles offer an excellent combination of on- and off-road performance, comfort, and practical utility. As this do-it-all market segment gains more competition and models, Yamaha has upped its game with significant improvements on a late-release 2014 Super Ténéré. There are more than a

Jan/Feb '15

2015 Harley-Davidson Models: No Rider Left Behind

> Milwaukee’s Motor Company has rolled out its new 2015 touring and cruiser big-twin lineup in Sonoma, near the heart of California’s scenic wine country. Project RUSHMORE, which was introduced last year as a commitment from Harley-Davidson to listen to its customers, and construct machines based on their

Jan/Feb '15

Review: 2015 Indian Roadmaster

> In the February ‘14 issue of RoadRUNNER, we learned about Indian Motorcycle’s Chieftain when Florian laid out the form and function of the maker’s key touring model for 2014. Chock full of good intentions, massive investments in both capital and engineering, and American 
bravado—Indian came to

Jan/Feb '15

Long-term Review: 2014 Honda Gold Wing - The King of Touring

I’ve been riding this Gold Wing for thousands of miles, through rain and sunshine, from coast to coast, and with a passenger. Needless to say the Gold Wing has become a second home of sorts. When I told Sarah about my long-term test assignment, she said, “Oh that’s

Nov/Dec '14

Motorcycle of the Year: 2014 KTM 1190 Adventure

Last year we awarded the MOTY to a brand new model that changed the game dramatically (the Indian Chieftain). Under consideration again this year was an Indian motorcycle, namely the Scout, but also Harley-Davidson’s electric experiment Project LiveWire and BMW’s touring models (the RT and GTL). In the

Nov/Dec '14

Review: 2015 Ducati Monster 821

> Ducati has taken the recently introduced Monster 1200 chassis and slipped in an 821cc Testastretta 11º engine, sourced from the 2014 Hypermotard, to create this fun new model. At the world press launch, the mayor of Ducati’s home town of Bologna, Italy, welcomed us with a speech followed

Nov/Dec '14

Comparison: 2014 BMW C 650 GT vs. 2014 KYMCO MYROAD 700i vs. 2013 Suzuki Burgman 650 ABS

> With their short-stroke suspension, 3/4 scale wheels, and middleweight engines, has the scooter market caught up with the motorcycle market? Or has the right machine for the job finally become the right size for the task at hand? Let’s find out. They’re inexpensive compared to most

Sep/Oct '14

Review: 2014 Honda Gold Wing Valkyrie

It’s been a long time coming, but Honda has brought back a large six-cylinder cruiser to its lineup—bigger and more powerful than ever. Big Red has a Power Cruiser Again! Honda’s original Valkyrie was man-ufactured from 1996 through 2003 and followed briefly by the Rune. The new